Des Moines IA

Popeyes corporate has filed a federal lawsuit against Asif Poonja and Jam Equities, the owner of five Popeyes locations in Iowa, including a restaurant on Merle Hay Road in Des Moines. The company alleges that the franchisees have continued to use Popeyes’ trademarks and operating systems without authorization....

You know that feeling when you discover something so good you almost don’t want to tell anyone else about it?. That’s the dilemma with Stuff Etc in Iowa City—a consignment wonderland so vast and value-packed that sharing feels like giving away a secret fishing spot. But great...

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has released new information about the past of Ian Roberts, the former Millcreek superintendent who was arrested in Iowa. He was serving as Des Moines, Iowa’s superintendent at the time of his arrest. He has been charged with being an illegal alien in possession...

Wondering where to enjoy your golden years in Iowa without draining your savings?. These 10 charming towns offer affordable retirement living that will keep your nest egg intact and your days full of joy!. 1. Creston. Creston welcomes retirees with open arms and budget-friendly living. The colorful historic downtown...

ANKENY, Iowa — The Ankeny Area Chamber of Commerce has filled a lawsuit against it’s former CEO, Melisa Cox, who pled guilty to stealing more than $250,000 earlier this year. In late April, 47-year-old Melisa Cox withdrew previous not-guilty pleas and pled guilty to first-degree theft, unauthorized use of a credit...

Omaha, NE – A round of thunderstorms is expected across eastern Nebraska and western Iowa this evening, bringing the potential for strong to severe weather between 4 p.m. and 10 p.m. Sunday, according to the National Weather Service in Omaha/Valley. The agency said a cold front moving into the...

DES MOINES, Iowa — Iowa fire departments responded to several field fires on Saturday, largely due to dry and windy conditions. Even with burn bans in place, fire crews urge farmers to stay vigilant. Iowa experienced record rainfall in July, but turned a corner into a dry August and September. This combined with...

74 million years ago, a meteor struck Iowa like a cosmic cannonball. The aftermath? Water quality that still surprises us today.

IOWA CITY, Iowa — A recent discovery that may indicate ancient life on Mars has a little-known connection to eastern Iowa and the University of Iowa. Dr. Valerie Payré works in the School of Earth, Environment, and Sustainability. But her focus is on the mouth of a river on Mars.

It took more than wishing upon a star, but a little boy in Iowa will experience a dream come true as he and his family will celebrate the end of his cancer journey at ‘The Most Magical Place on Earth.’ Our Quad Cities News reporter Charlie Roiland introduces us to Mason, whose wish was granted […]